Dust Off My Boots

review by "THE ADVERTISER" (UK)

     

I think it is true that the best country musicians and recording studios are located in Nashville but you do not have to come from Nashville or even America to be among the best country performers. Italy's George McAnthony is a prime example. Not only is George a great singer he is also a talented songwriter and as proof of this I offer his new album for the Arizona based Comstock label. "Dust Off My Boots" has fifteen tracks, 14 written by George, and not one of them would I describe as a slow song. This is a collection of uptempo ballads and country rock with a seasoning of rockabilly that will keep listeners mobile, either dancing or at least tapping their feet. To ensure his performances are showcased to best effect George traveled to Nashville to work with such legendary pickers as Paul Franklin (steel, Dobro), Brent Mason (electric guitar), Rob Hajacos (fiddle), Owen Hale (drums) with Mike Douchette adding a touch of harmonica magic. I first played this album when I was in a five mile tailback at exit 21 on the M1 and you know what? I was disappointed when the traffic began to move. I was so into "Steve The Hawk", "Country Gypsy", "Turn Me Loose" and the "Mexico Medley" combining Les Humphries "Mexico" and Pete Seeger's "Pay Me My Money Down". (Pete Smith , FAB Radio - UK)